Certificate of Completion in Disc Jockey Techniques I

Field of Interest

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Disc Jockey Techniques I is designed to prepare students for entry level employment as a live-performance disc jockey (DJ). This program is designed to provide the student with the technical skills required for a successful performance or production and to demonstrate an understanding of common business practices in a highly competitive and rapidly changing entertainment industry. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Disc Jockey Techniques II and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Disc Jockey Techniques is available for students who want to deepen their knowledge and skills within the field.

Details

Important information you’ll need when applying to MCC:

Academic Career

Credit

Degree/Certificate Type

Career and Technical Certificate

Academic Plan

Disc Jockey Techniques I (CCL)

Academic Plan Code

5976N

Total Credits Required

11

Catalog Year

2020-2021

What You’ll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

Analyze the values and ethics that influence the creation of a live performance event.

Develop and demonstrate the technical skills required for a successful Disc Jockey performance or production.

Demonstrate interpersonal and collaborative skills to build relationships and network with clients, colleagues, and organizations.

Develop opportunities for leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the music industry.

Demonstrate self-reliance, problem solving skills, and the ability to work independently.

Use effective written, oral, and visual communication skills for diverse audiences and a variety of purposes.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Number of People Employed

4-Year Employment Growth

Music Composers and Arrangers

Typical Education Level

some college

Hourly Median Wage

$20.20

Annual Median Wage

$42,035

Annual Job Openings

62

Number of People Employed

466

4-Year Employment Growth

Increase by 8.6%

There are additional career opportunities associated with this certificate that do not have occupational data available for Arizona at this time. These occupations are listed below, with links to salary information for the United States as a whole (if available):

Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

* Career and wage information provided by Emsi using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Emsi’s proprietary analytical processes. Emsi’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.

The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.

Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.

Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include AAA/CPD150, AAA/CPD150AC, CPD104, and AAA115/CPD115. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Ask general questions over the phone at 480-461-7400 or via online chat.

Disclaimer

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

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